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Fire-Resistant Materials Research and Testing

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SBIR / STTR

Response Deadline11/25/2026, 05:00:00 PM UTC

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The Fire-Resistant Materials Research and Testing subcontract supports U.S. Navy SBIR projects by providing laboratory-scale testing and analysis of advanced materials for prime contractors. The scope of work includes conducting thermogravimetric analysis and differential scanning calorimetry, as well as evaluating material samples against MIL-STD and ASTM naval fire-safety standards. Additionally, the contractor is responsible for analyzing the chemical composition of fire-retardant additives and delivering comprehensive technical test reports and performance data. This opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS code 541380, specifically targeting firms with fewer than 500 employees to meet SBIR/STTR mandates. The solicitation was posted on October 28, 2026, with a response deadline of November 25, 2026. The project is managed under the U.S. Department of Defense for the U.S. Navy.

General Info

Agency

U.S. Department of Defense → U.S. Navy

NAICS

541380 - Testing Laboratories and Services

Place of Performance

Not specified

Set-Aside

SBA

Documents

This scope was carved out of DON27BZ01-NV002.

The full solicitation package (1 document), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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Fire Resistant Joiner Bulkhead

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Timeline

PostedOct 28

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Response DeadlineNov 25

Submission deadline

Response Deadline

11/25/2026, 05:00:00 PM UTCin 28 days

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AgencyU.S. Department of Defense → U.S. Navy

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Organization / AgencyU.S. Department of Defense → U.S. Navy

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Performs laboratory-scale testing and analysis of advanced materials for prime contractors on U.S. Navy SBIR projects. Conducts thermogravimetric analysis (TGA), differential scanning calorimetry (DSC), and tests material samples against naval fire-safety standards such as ASTM or MIL-STD. Analyzes chemical composition of fire-retardant additives. Delivers technical test reports and material performance data.

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